Andrea hosted this episode at her new book store in Rockton, Illinois. The Ink Well proudly features local authors including three books from your podcast host Tim Larson Dingus.

Liz and Tim covered more territory in this show than any other. Grab some paper and a pen before you join in.

Recorded January 21, 2026.

Cozy neighborhood pubs are the ideal gathering spots for conversation and advice. Ernie's makes the Midtown District of Rockford, Illinois that ideal place. Located at Fifth Avenue and Seventh Street.

Recorded January 20, 2026.

The Perks Family Equine Center is a new horse therapy facility within the Rockford Park District located at Lockwood Children's Farm on Rockford, Illinois' west side. Tim and Liz were right at home for this show. Plenty of horseback stories spanning several decades. Please visit timlarsonmedia.com for our Lifes3x5s photo gallery.

Recorded January 15, 2026.

Liz stumbled onto a brand new diner in the Rockford, Illinois area. The Full Plate diner is crisp in decor and hearty on portions. After a very long summer apart, Tim and Liz did a "catch up" show while enjoying breakfast.

Recorded October 14, 2025.

Liz and Tim spent a peaceful morning chatting with chai teas in hand and candy socks on feet. It's true. Liz is going to London and Tim is going to photograph a REO Speedwagon concert. It's all true.

Recorded on June 5, 2025.

When we find nice people and good food we squat for a bit and do a show. Strap in for a huge array of topics and recorded inserts. From Paul Harvey and Gil Gross from 1983 to current songs from Tim Larson's pen. Liz takes us to Texas and we introduce our new website!

Recorded at Ned's Diner (between Rockford and Belvidere on Business Route 20)

May 15, 2025

Thank you to Katie's Cup in downtown Rockford, Illinois for hosting us. They are a wonderful non-profit coffee shop that serves our community in so many ways. It's nearly impossible to go there and not run into someone you know. Liz and Tim did some major catching up on this episode. They redefined the podcast slogan of "unpredictable conversation."

Recorded April 16, 2025.

May Ann and Frank Savitski are celebrating their 35th year as owners of Panino's Italian restaurants in Rockford, Illinois. Liz and Tim chatted about everything under the sun after a wonderful lunch at the East State Street location. It's so great to see locals succeed on this level.

Recorded on January 29, 2025.